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How to check a dogs vital signs

How to Check a Dog’s Vital Signs

Knowing how to check a dog's vital signs is something EVERY pet owner should know. Not only should you learn it, you should practice it often,
How to Measure a Dog for a Harness

How to Measure a Dog for a Harness

If a dog harness does not fit correctly, there is a chance that your dog could get injured or escape when he is tethered to a leash.
How To Measure A Dog for Boots

How to Measure a Dog for Boots

Learning how to measure a dog for boots is imperative if you want to be sure to get the right size. You can't always trust manufacturer estimations.
How To Choose the Right Dog Nail Clippers

How to Choose the Best Dog Nail Clippers

If you know the proper procedure, the next best thing you can do to ensure your pet's safety is to learn how to choose the right dog nail clippers.
How To Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

How to Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

Learning how to choose the perfect dog bed is a great preventative measure to reduce the risk of future joint problems such as arthritis.
The Guide on How to Read Online Dog Food Reviews to Pick the Best Dog Foods

How to Read Online Dog Food Reviews to Pick the Best Dog Foods

Dog owners looking for good quality food will find dog food reviews to be a valuable resource, but only if they know how to read...
How to Measure Dog for Dog Door Installation

How to Measure Your Dog for Dog Door Installation

Dog door installation process could be complex. The first thing you must do is know how to measure dog for dog door. Here's a step by step guide + video.
How To Pick the Perfect Dog Steps

How to Pick the Perfect Dog Steps: Video Instruction

Learning how to pick the perfect dog steps can be difficult for some owners. It's particularly tough if you have a multi-dog household.
How to Choose the Best Toothbrush for Dogs

How to Pick the Right Toothbrush for Your Dog

Knowing how to choose the correct and best toothbrush for dogs is essential for several reasons. Having the right tool for the job of dog's teeth cleaning will make the process easier, faster, more effective and stress-free.
Pain Management for Dogs Tips

The Guide on Pain Management for Dogs

There are few things as frustrating for a dog owner as knowing their dog is in pain and not being able to do anything...
How To Choose the Right Dog Bowl

How to Choose the Right Dog Bowl

Most pet owners think a dog bowl is just a dog bowl, but there is a lot more to it than that. Let me explain how to choose the right dog bowl for your pet.
How To Choose the Right Dog Leash

How to Choose the Right Dog Leash

All leashes are not created equal. You need to know how to choose the right dog leash that is both safe for your pet and effective.

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Sasha the dog running on the beach

4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
Sasha in the car

Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
how to get rid of a dog

How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...